Associations between people experiencing homelessness (PEH) and neurodegenerative disorders (NDDs): A systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Homelessness represents a widespread social issue globally, yet the risk of neurodegenerative diseases (NDDs) associated with people experiencing homelessness (PEH) has not received sufficient attention. Therefore, this study aimed to explore the risk of NDDs among PEH and its variation across countries and regions through meta-analysis and systematic review.

Methods

Searching from databases such as PubMed and Web of Science, relevant research articles on PEH and NDDs were identified. After multiple screening, eight articles were selected for meta-analysis. Statistical methods and models were used to evaluate the association between PEH and NDDs, stratified by disease type and country.

Results

We found that PEH had a 51% higher risk of NDDs (OR = 1.51 (95%

SUBMITTER: Fu P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11495621 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature